Applied music courses are divided into three categories, individual lessons in vocal
or instrumental performance, musical ensembles, and classes.

Individual lessons in vocal or instrumental performance are offered as INTRODUCTORY
INSTRUCTION, LOWER DIVISION, AND UPPER DIVISION applied music (see explanation below).
Individual lessons in vocal or instrumental performance are given by university faculty
who are members of the relevant Applied Music Division.

All students who wish to enroll in applied vocal or instrumental performance must
perform an audition for the members of the appropriate Applied Music Division or for
a designee of the appropriate division. Because the number of students who can be
accepted is limited, it is advisable that the student audition as early as possible
to be assured a place with the requested teacher. Practice facilities are provided
without charge, but there are additional fees for the individual lessons (see the
explanation below under FEES), and a fee is required for certain practice room keys.

Examinations for courses in which the student is to receive credit for applied music
in vocal or instrumental performance are called Board Exams. For Board Exams, each
student performs musical selections and/or technical exercises of a grade of difficulty
appropriate to the level of instruction in which the student is enrolled. The board
hearing the exam is made up of the members of the appropriate Applied Music Division
(for further information, see the explanation below under EXAMINATIONS).

Undergraduate music majors at the University of Memphis are required to participate
in School of Music large ensembles as assigned during each semester they are enrolled
in individual lesson applied music study; each degree program has specific or general
ensemble requirements (see above under the various degree requirements). Non-music
majors enrolled at the University of Memphis as degree-seeking students may audition
and, if accepted, enroll for applied instruction where staff time is available. If
accepted at the Lower Division or Upper Division level for applied instruction, non-music
majors must simultaneously enroll and participate in a large ensemble sponsored by
the School of Music.

Any student enrolled at the University of Memphis may audition for applied jazz lessons
as space permits. Any student accepted for applied jazz lessons must concurrently
participate in an appropriate jazz ensemble or combo. Jazz ensemble assignments are
made following the jazz auditions during registration week at the beginning of the
semester.

All jazz and studio bass majors must simultaneously be enrolled in classical bass,
MUAP 1541 until a level of proficiency equal to entrance into upper division is attained.

All jazz and studio guitar majors must take six semester hours of classical guitar
which is the maximum allowable for credit toward the degree. If a student can meet
the requirements in less time, and wishes to discontinue classical study, the student
may do so with permission of the instructor and consultation with the jazz and studio
faculty. In the event a student cannot meet the requirements after six semester hours
of study, it is the student's responsibility to pursue classical guitar as an elective
or until such time as requirements are met to the satisfaction of the guitar and jazz
and studio faculty.

FEES: In addition to the regular student fees, all persons taking applied music will
be assessed $160 per semester for the half-hour lessons. Students registering for
one (1) semester hour credit will receive one half-hour lesson per week. All others
will receive one hour lesson per week regardless of credit hours at a fee of $320.
The integration courses, Artist Recital and Senior Project in Music, are taught as
applied and require a $320fee. The Senior Composition Recital and Senior Project in
Music History are also taught as applied but do not carry a fee.

APPLIED MUSIC COURSES

In addition to the courses below, the department may offer the following Special Topics
courses: MUAP 4260-69. Special Topics in Applied Music. (1-3). Topics are varied and in the online class listings.

IntroductoryInstruction

LowerDivision

UpperDivision

Instrument

1 hour

2-3 hours

2-4 hours 4000 level1-2hours 6000 level

Trumpet

1110

1111

4111-6111

Horn

1120

1121

4121-6121

Trombone

1130

1131

4131-6131

Jazz Trombone

1132

4132

Tuba

1140

1141

4141-6141

Euphonium

1142

4142-6142

Cornet

1150

1151

4151-6151

Sackbut

1160

1161

4161-6161

Piano

1310

1311

4311-6311

Harpsichord

1320

1321

4321-6321

Organ

1330

1331

4331-6331

Percussion

1410

1411

4411-6411

Ethnic Percussion

1413

1414

4414-6414

Jazz Mallets

1415

Violin

1510

1511

4511-6511

Baroque Violin

1512

4512-6512

Viola

1520

1521

4521-6521

Cello

1530

1531

4531-6531

Bass

1540

1541

4541-6541

Guitar

1550

1551

4551-6551

Harp

1560

1561

4561-6561

Viola da Gamba

1570

1571

4571-6571

Voice

1610

1611

4611-6611

Flute

1710

1711

4711-6711

Oboe

1720

1721

4721-6721

Clarinet

1730

1731

4731-6731

Saxophone

1740

1741

4741-6741

Jazz Saxophone

1742

4742

Bassoon

1750

1751

4751-6751

Recorder

1760

1761

4761-6761

Jazz Trumpet

1112

4112

Jazz Piano

1312

4312

Jazz Percussion

1412

4412

Jazz Bass

1542

4542

Jazz Guitar

1552

4552

Jazz Voice

1612

4612

Applied Music Lessons consist of individual instruction on the above listed instruments
as well as attendance at weekly studio classes run by the instructor for the individual
instruments. Studio class attendance is required for music majors. Studio classes
generally meet on Fridays at 12:35 p.m., but students should contact the instructor
for the exact day and time their studio class meets. In addition, music majors enrolled
in applied lessons must also attend the area workshops scheduled in their respective
areas.

REGISTRATION: Students will register for lessons in the same manner and at the same
time as they register for other courses; however, students may not be assigned to
a course number until they have auditioned. Auditions are held in the Music Building on
specific days throughout the year as posted on the School of Music website (http://www.memphis.edu/music). Auditions may be scheduled in the School of Music Admission Office, Room 125, Music
Building. Any inquiries concerning credits or course numbers should be directed to
the Associate Director for Undergraduate Studies of the School of Music.

CREDITS AND GRADES: Students earning more than two credits per semester in applied
lessions will be assigned additional practice and material, and will be expected to
perform at a higher level than those students registered for two credits.

REPETITION OF COURSES: MUAP courses in individual lessons, small ensembles, and large
ensembles may be repeated for credit but not for the purpose of improving the grade
originally earned.

EXAMINATIONS: For an examination in applied music, students will prepare and perform
for members of the faculty of the School of Music suitable musical selections and
technical exercises of a grade of difficulty appropriate to their standing. Examinations
are held in designated rooms on days set aside for this purpose near the end of each
semester. Credit for the course will not be awarded to any student who fails to take
the examination.

INTRODUCTORY INSTRUCTION: Any student may audition for lessons at the one-hour level
except in organ; organ students must have the ability to play the piano before beginning
organ instruction. A student may not receive more than two hours credit in any one
area of introductory level instruction. The fee for introductory level instruction
will be the same as for one half-hour lesson per week: $160 per semester.

LOWER DIVISION COURSES: Applied music courses in the lower division include the study
normally carried out during the freshman and sophomore years. Piano or instrumental
students at this level should have had several years of intensive study prior to university
entrance so that they have a secure, reliable, and well-grounded technique on the
instrument. Organ students may begin at this level provided that they play the piano
well and have reasonable ability in sight-reading. Those who do not meet this requirement
will register for MUAP 1310. To be admitted to lower division study a student must
first pass a qualifying examination.

Students who fall short of the requirements for admission to the lower-division courses
will be advised to register for introductory instruction until deficiencies are eliminated.
Course numbers will be repeated for each semester of study.

UPPER DIVISION COURSES: Promotion to the upper division does not follow automatically
after the completion of four semesters of courses in the lower division but is made
only on the recommendation of the upper division examining committee; such a recommendation
will be made only if the student's proficiency as a performer bears promise of future
artistic and professional qualities as a soloist. It is at this level that the student
normally begins preparation for a recital.

JUNIOR RECITAL, ARTIST RECITAL, and SENIOR PERFORMANCE PROJECT: The Junior Recital
is required for the Performance Concentration under the Bachelor of Music in Music
degree. The Artist Recital is required for the Performance Concentration. The Senior
Performance Project is required under the School of Music Concentration. The Artist
Recital and the Senior Performance Project are integration courses for which the student
must prepare both a public recital and a paper. To register for the Junior Recital
and the Senior Performance Project, students must have successfully completed at least
two years of credit in upper division lessons in their applied area. To register for
the Artist Recital, students must have successfully completed at least four hours
of credit in upper division lessons in their applied area. The Junior Recital must
be approved by the appropriate applied music faculty through a hearing. Both the musical
and the written portions of the Artist Recital and the Senior Performance Project
must be approved by the appointed faculty committee through a reading and a hearing.
Upon approval, the student may schedule a date for the public performance and make
arrangements for the printing of the program. The public performance must be presented
no later than two weeks after the date of the hearing.

ENSEMBLES: Music majors must register for all ensembles that are required under their
curricular concentration for credit. After that requirement is met, full-time music
majors may be accepted into any ensemble for zero credit by permission of instructor.
All enrollees will be graded, with the grade appearing on the transcript as usual.

SMALL, CHAMBER, AND SPECIALIZED ENSEMBLES: Advanced students are encouraged (and for
certain degree plans are required) to participate in the following groups. Selection
for membership is based on audition; courses may be repeated with the approval of
the student's advisor. Three one-hour meetings per week.

All music students must take a minimum of eight (8) semesters of ensemble. The exact
number of small ensembles is determined by each division and major concentration.
Therefore, it is necessary to consult with your advisor for the specific outline for
your applied area and degree program. Transfer students lacking sufficient large ensemble
credits should consult with their advisor and/or the department chair to determine
a method of satisfying the ensemble requirement. Ensemble assignments are based on
audition and may be repeated. Any exception to this general ensemble policy may be
made after a review of petitions by the Associate Director for Undergraduate Studies,
the appropriate ensemble director, and the applied studio teacher.

MUAP 2001 - Symphonic Band (1)Performance of traditional and contemporary wind compositions. Participants chosen from this ensemble for basketball pep-bands. Open to music majors and non-music majors.

MUAP 2002 - Marching Band (2)Selected ensemble that performs at all home football games and occasional out-of-town games in each season. Rehearsal approximately ten hours weekly. Open to music majors and non-music majors.

MUAP 2003 - University Band (1)Concert performance of traditional and contemporary wind compositions. Participants are chosen from this ensemble for basketball pep-bands and usually have participated in Fall marching band. Open to music majors and non-music majors.

MUAP 2004 - University Gospel Choir (1)Ensemble open to all students. Music includes contemporary gospel, spirituals, and gospel hymns. Serves as outlet for students interested in developing musical and personal capacities. Open to music majors as elective. Two class meetings per week.

MUAP 2007 - Collegiate Choir (1)Choir for music and non-music majors; study and perform choral literature from variety of style periods and origins.

MUAP 2008 - Pep Band (1)The Pep Band is a selected ensemble that performs at all men's and women's home basketball games, and occasional conference and national tournaments out-of-town each season. Rehearsals are approximately one hour weekly from November through March. Members chosen for this ensemble usually have participated in Marching Band in the previous fall semester. Open to music and non-music majors.

MUAP 3006 - University Singers (1)Study and performance of choral works from broad spectrum of choral literature; sacred, secular, accompanied and a cappella. Open to music majors and non-music majors through audition.

MUAP 3008 - Oratorio Chorus (1)Study and performance of major works primarily oratorio in nature. Open to music majors, non-music majors and the off-campus community. Audition required.

MUAP 3012 - Univ Instrumentl Jazz Ensemble (1)Study and performance of varied jazz styles, including repertory from standard big band literature and studio ensembles. Open to music majors and non-majors through audition. This course will meet large ensemble requirements for Music Industry majors only.

MUAP 3013 - Univ Voice Jazz Ensemble (1)Study and performance of varied jazz styles, including repertory from standard big band literature and studio ensembles. Open to music majors and non-majors through audition. This course will meet large ensemble requirements for Music Industry majors only.

MUAP 3014 - Recording Studio Instr Ensembl (1)Ensemble performs and records works written by students in the Music Industry program. This course will meet large ensemble requirements for Music Industry majors only.

MUAP 3015 - Recording Studio Vocal Ensmble (1)Ensemble performs and records works written by students in the Music Industry program. This course will meet large ensemble requirements for Music Industry majors only.

MUAP 3016 - Sound Fuzion (1)Preparation and performance of vocal/instrumental music from American popular culture. May be repeated for credit. Entrance by audition.

MUAP 3101 - Brass Ensemble (1)Practical applications of brass performance techniques for a small chamber ensemble, one performer to a part; survey of brass chamber music. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.

MUAP 3104 - Collegium Musicum (1)Use of early musical instruments and voice in performance of early music; primary sources used in preparation of performances. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.

MUAP 3301 - Chamber Music/Keyboard (1)Collaborative performance for pianist, harpsichordists, and organists with keyboard, brass, winds, strings, percussion, and vocalists; open to students in keyboard concentration and others through audition.

MUAP 3401 - Percussion Ensemble (1)Study and performance of selected traditional, contemporary, avant garde and pops percussion literature. Open to students in percussion concentration and others through audition.

MUAP 3402 - Contemporary Chamber Player (1)Ensemble of mixed and variable instrumentation; performance of repertoire written since 1900 and little known works of other periods. Primary goal of ensemble: to provide experiences in solving unique performance problems of contemporary music. PREREQUISITE: permission of instructor.

MUAP 3501 - Chamber Music/Strings (1)Study and performance of string chamber music repertory. Coaching sessions weekly with a member of music faculty. Open to music majors and non-majors through audition.

MUAP 3503 - Double Bass Ensemble (1)Study and performance of works for bass ensemble. Open to music majors and non-majors through audition.

MUAP 3504 - Guitar Ensemble (1)Study and performance of works for guitar ensemble. Open to majors and non-majors through audition.

MUAP 3505 - Cello Ensemble (1)Study and performance of works for cello ensemble. Open to music majors and non-majors through audition.

MUAP 3506 - Trombone Ensemble (1)Study and performance of repertory for multiple trombones. Open to music majors and non-music majors through audition.

MUAP 3507 - Tuba Ensemble (1)A performance based ensemble that addresses significant technical and musical challenges typically not met for the tuba and euphonium in other ensembles. Literature performed in this group consists of serious original compositions for tuba ensemble, transcriptions of orchestral literature, and lighter transcriptions. The ensemble will perform on campus for Octubafest and in the community for Tubachristmas. Other performances include regional, national, and international conferences.

MUAP 3508 - Trumpet Ensemble (1)Study and performance of works for trumpet ensemble. Open to music majors and non-majors through audition.

MUAP 3601 - Chamber Choir (1)Vocal ensemble specializing in choral music from the Renaissance to the present. Open to music majors and non-music majors through audition.

MUAP 3602 - Opera Workshop (1-6)

MUAP 3603 - Opera Soloists (1)Preparation and performance of role in major production of University Opera Theater. Audition required.

MUAP 3604 - Opera Production Lab (1-6)

MUAP 3701 - Woodwind Ensemble (1)Study and performance of original and transcribed works for varied combinations of woodwind instruments. Audition required.

MUAP 4263 - Reed Making (1)Topics are varied and in the online class listings.

MUAP 4301 - Acting for Opera I (3)Essential acting techniques for singers, with special attention to application to operatic stage.

MUAP 4302 - Acting for Opera II (3)Essential acting techniques for singers, with special attention to application to operatic stage.

MUAP 4801 - Individual Study Applied Music (1-3)Directed individual instruction in applied area not listed under MUAP. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. PREREQUISITE: permission of director.

MUAP 4895 - Sr Proj Jazz/Studio Perform (3)(CMUS). Project must include live and recorded performances demonstrating the student's mastery of various styles of jazz and popular music performance. PREREQUISITE: upper division standing in applied music, MUTC 3827, or permission of instructor.

MUAP 4999 - Artist Recital (4)Integration course in which knowledge and skills developed in music history, music theory, and applied music courses are utilized systematically in the preparation and presentation of a public musical performance and of an accompanying descriptive paper. Taught as applied music, individual instruction. PREREQUISITE: a minimum of 4 hours upper division lessons; permission of the instructor.